Qibla direction in Aswan Governorate
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Aswan Governorate the qibla is towards the east: 111.30° from true north in Aswan. Across the region the bearing runs from 111° to 118°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 7 cities in Aswan Governorate, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Aswan Governorate
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Aswan | 111.30° · east |
| Kom Ombo | 114.37° · south-east |
| Edfu | 117.71° · south-east |
| Daraw | 113.78° · south-east |
| Al Basaliyah Bahri | 118.27° · south-east |
| As Sibaiyah | 118.42° · south-east |
| Ar Radisiyah Qibli | 117.23° · south-east |
All 7 cities in Aswan Governorate
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Aswan Governorate?
Towards the east. In Aswan it is 111.30°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Aswan Governorate lie between 111° and 118°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Aswan Governorate?
Nearly, but not exactly. The qibla is the shortest path over the globe to the Kaaba, so the bearing changes a little from place to place. Use the page of your own city.
Can I use a compass with these bearings?
The bearings are measured from true north. A magnetic compass can be several degrees off depending on where you are, so check it with the sun method described on your city's page.